June 29, 2018 at 4:11 p.m.
Swearingen announces re-election bid
Swearingen announces re-election bid
Rep. Swearingen has been a strong advocate for lowering taxes, expanding broadband access to rural areas, promoting tourism, and addressing the unique issues that rural school districts face, the release states.
"I am extremely humbled by the amount of support and encouragement I have received to run for a fourth term in the Assembly. Wisconsin is undoubtedly in better shape than it was when I was first elected. Property taxes are lower today than they were in 2010, the current statewide 2.8 percent unemployment rate is the lowest in state history, and the number of people employed in Wisconsin is at a record high. I am proud to have played a part in creating and supporting the policies that have facilitated such a great economic climate in our state, and I am excited for the opportunity to continue moving Wisconsin forward in the right direction," Swearingen said.
This session Rep. Swearingen fought to keep issues pertinent to the Northwoods at the forefront of the legislative agenda, including the most money ever invested in K-12 education, increasing aid to rural school districts, supporting the expansion of fabrication labs, and increasing broadband access to homes and small businesses alike, the release ccontinues.
"I am proud of our historic investment in K-12 education this past session as well as the fact that the 34th Assembly District has more fab labs than any other district. I am also extremely happy to announce that the 34th Assembly District has received the most broadband expansion grants in the state. Investing in our schools and small businesses will ensure that the Northwoods continues to be a great place to live, work and raise a family."
During his third term, Rep. Swearingen served as the Chairman of the Assembly Committee on State Affairs and the Vice Chair of the Assembly Committee on Tourism. Additionally, he served as a member on the Assembly Committee on Environment and Forestry, the Assembly Committee on Small Business Development, and the State Building Commission.
"It has been my absolute privilege to represent the people of the 34th Assembly District, and I would be honored to have the opportunity to serve another term as your state representative. I respectfully ask for your support in the November election," he said.
Swearingen faces opposition this year from Democrat Chris Meier, an Eagle River resident, U.S. Army veteran and longtime educator in the Phelps school district who is currently an adjunct instructor at Nicolet Technical College in Rhinelander.
Meier also holds certification from the University of Wisconsin-Madison as a Substance Abuse Counselor and announced his candidacy last week.
Swearingen, first elected to the office in 2012, and his wife, Amy, have owned and operated the Al-Gen Dinner Club in Rhinelander for over two decades.
The 34th Assembly District includes portions of Oneida, Vilas, Forest and Florence counties.
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